The murder of Berta Cáceres – a sad day for the environment Last week, defender of the environment and human rights, Berta Cáceres publicly denounced the murder of several indigenous leaders and the threats she herself was subjected to daily…

These beetles use surface tension to water-ski Waterlily beetles are in for a fast and bumpy ride as they fly across ponds, researchers find. Source: Science NewsThese beetles use surface tension to water-ski Science News

Lizards locked in amber provide clues to reptile evolution Amber-encased lizard remains that date to 99 million years ago may shed light on the evolution of geckos and chameleons. Source: Science NewsLizards locked in amber provide clues to reptile evolution…

Microcephaly: Building a case against Zika Zika virus is the prime suspect for Brazil’s recent surge in birth defects. New evidence in human cells strengthens the case, but more definitive proof could come this summer from Colombia, where thousands of…

Is Amy Tan actually ‘thrilled’ a leech is named after her? Novelist Amy Tan answers a lingering question about celebrities honored in scientific names of new species — her namesake is a leech. Source: Science NewsIs Amy Tan actually ‘thrilled’…